Question

A 22-year-old woman presents with heavy menstrual bleeding. Her pelvic examination and ultrasound are normal. According to NICE guidelines, which first-line medication is recommended for medical management if contraception is not required?

Accepted Answer

Tranexamic acid

Answer

Combined oral contraceptive pill

Answer

Levonorgestrel intrauterine system (LNG-IUS)

Answer

Oral norethisterone

Answer

Oral desmopressin

Practice question

A 22-year-old woman presents with heavy menstrual bleeding. Her pelvic examination and ultrasound are normal. According to NICE guidelines, which first-line medication is recommended for medical management if contraception is not required?